Bhubaneswar, Jan. 17 -- Hosts India will be out against Wales in their final Pool D encounter of the FIH Odisha Men's World Cup Hockey 2023 without the service of attacking midfielder Hardik Sigh.

The crucial encounter will be played at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on January 19.

In-form Hardik has been a livewire in the midfield for the Men in Blue in the marquee event so far. He scored an important goal in India's 2-0 victory against Spain. The in-form midfielder also created a flurry of chances against England in the thrilling goalless drawn match.

However, the 24-year-old suffered a hamstring injury during the match against England on Sunday. He was down on the ground and was immediately attended by the Indian team medical st...